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Donaustahl GmbH: A Tactical-Scale Contributor to European Defence Sovereignty and Strategic Autonomy

Aug 07, 2025
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First battle proven FPV drone made in NATO by Donaustahl – Donaustahl GmbH

The rise of Donaustahl GmbH – a little-known Bavarian startup turned defense innovator – has captured the attention of Europe’s security community. From a humble origin making sports shooting accessories, Donaustahl rapidly reinvented itself as a producer of loitering munitions and combat drone systems, aligning its trajectory with Europe’s urgent quest…

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